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A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

15.2 km from Watercrest Park

Jeffrey

Rp2.123.660

Rp2.378.499 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

2. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

16.7 km from Watercrest Park

Michael

Rp1.433.309

Rp1.605.305 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

7 km from Watercrest Park

gary

Rp1.771.506

Rp1.984.087 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

4. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

15.1 km from Watercrest Park

natallie

Rp2.200.962

Rp2.465.079 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a mirrored wall.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a well-lit entrance.

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

17.9 km from Watercrest Park

todd m

Rp1.834.135

Rp2.054.231 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

A snack display with various packaged foods and a sign indicating a peak inside for personal items.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

17.8 km from Watercrest Park

Christy

Rp1.834.135

Rp2.054.231 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15.3 km from Watercrest Park

Megan

Rp1.962.077

Rp2.197.526 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

8. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

11 km from Watercrest Park

Tyler

Rp1.612.249

Rp1.805.719 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Wildwood Lodge

17.9 km from Watercrest Park

Kristian

Rp1.618.870

Rp1.813.135 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

7.7 km from Watercrest Park

Chrisshanna

Rp1.674.878

Rp1.875.863 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

18 km from Watercrest Park

Dennis

Rp1.451.740

Rp1.625.949 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

7.8 km from Watercrest Park

Todd

Rp1.467.308

Rp1.643.386 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

13. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11 km from Watercrest Park

Michael

Rp1.747.994

Rp1.957.753 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

11.4 km from Watercrest Park

Lisa

Rp1.809.978

Rp2.027.176 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.

A modern breakfast area with a yogurt machine, hot food options, and a bakery section.

A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and a small table.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

17.9 km from Watercrest Park

rick

Rp1.699.930

Rp1.903.921 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs, and a colorful carpet.

A hotel reception area with a self-service kiosk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a sign indicating a corner market.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

11.9 km from Watercrest Park

Aimee

Rp1.716.392

Rp1.922.359 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, a round wooden table, and a staircase.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

17. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

16.6 km from Watercrest Park

Julie

Rp2.024.885

Rp2.267.871 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

18. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

8 km from Watercrest Park

Nicholas

Rp1.433.488

Rp1.605.506 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a reception desk, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, metal chairs, and a safety sign.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a long corridor.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and large windows.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

11.9 km from Watercrest Park

Diane

Rp1.809.978

Rp2.027.175 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

20. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

8.3 km from Watercrest Park

Kendra

Rp1.746.097

Rp1.955.629 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Watercrest Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona	9.6 Exceptional 647 reviews	View
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines	9.0 Wonderful 1,350 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 368 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 932 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 107 reviews	View

Top Watercrest Park Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my stay! This was my first time in Ankeny, IA. My room was very clean and smelled so nice! I looked forward to walking into the room every time I went out. Breakfast was fine for me and had adequate options. The breakfast room was clean and well organized. There was a football game on the TV in the lobby and I had fun watching with the friendly female receptionist who was a fan of one of the teams. I will definitely plan to stay here on future trips if the price remains competitive."

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay and couldn’t have been happier with our choice."

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Love that it has an inside pool, hot tub, and laundry!!! The workout room has a good set of weights but needs an elliptical machine and recumbent bike. Hated to hear the hotel sold to lashings and couldn't compete with well known brands. Will stay again."

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff, decent breakfast"

Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Helpful staff"

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, staff was friendly, and they had many options for breakfast. This hotel was close to shopping, restaurants, and a quick drive to Ames or Des Moines. We will stay here again!"

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Very pleased by the amenities in the room. Breakfast was great especially connected to the onsite restaurant"

Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area

10/10 Excellent

"Good area, surrounded by a little hit of everything!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"I stay at this hotel once or twice a month. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Especially the front desk staff. Room is always clean. Convenient to lots of places clise by. Easy access to the interstate."

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Cherry Glen Greenway

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Rock Creek Greenbelt

After visiting Rock Creek Greenbelt, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Ankeny Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ankeny at Ankeny Golf and Country Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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North Creek Park

After visiting North Creek Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Oak Grove Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Oak Grove Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Greentree Park

After visiting Greentree Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Faith Baptist Bible College

Walk around the campus at Faith Baptist Bible College as part of your travels around Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watercrest Park?

Watercrest Park is located in Ankeny. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 51 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Watercrest Park?

Tru By Hilton Ankeny is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Watercrest Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny and Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Watercrest Park?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Watercrest Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watercrest Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Watercrest Park.

What can I see and do near Watercrest Park?

Enjoy the outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, Oak Grove Recreation Area or Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area. Explore nature at Saylorville Lake and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Saylorville Lake Marina, Otter Creek Golf Course and Ankeny Golf and Country Club while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Watercrest Park hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

2. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

4. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

9. Wildwood Lodge

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

13. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

14. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

17. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

18. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

20. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

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Top Watercrest Park Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Other attractions near Watercrest Park

Cherry Glen Greenway

Rock Creek Greenbelt

Ankeny Golf and Country Club

North Creek Park

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Greentree Park

Faith Baptist Bible College

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